Senior CRA Compliance Leader

Columbia Bank; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Bank is seeking a Compliance Manager focused on CRA to develop, implement, and oversee the Bank’s CRA Compliance Program within the CMS and Corporate Risk Management framework. You will lead cross-functional teams, oversee CRA activities, and interact with regulators and community partners.

The role requires extensive CRA knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to train staff while ensuring alignment with the Bank's risk appetite and applicable laws.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CRA compliance experience in a large financial services institution or regulatory agency preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and apply regulatory requirements to areas of responsibility.
• Experience leading, coaching, and mentoring teams across various business lines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the Bank's CRA compliance program and policies under the Director of CRA Compliance.
• Oversee reporting, collection, and management of CRA activities (lending, investment, service).
• Prepare analysis on branching activity and its impact on LMI neighborhoods under CRA framework.
• Conduct CRA training and presentations to internal and external audiences as needed.

Skills

CRA compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Training & mentorship

Cross-functional collaboration

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

RiskExec

CRAWiz

CyberGrants

Kadince

Job description

Columbia Bank is seeking a Compliance Manager focused on CRA to develop, implement, and oversee the Bank’s CRA Compliance Program within the CMS and Corporate Risk Management framework. You will lead cross-functional teams, oversee CRA activities, and interact with regulators and community partners.

The role requires extensive CRA knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to train staff while ensuring alignment with the Bank's risk appetite and applicable laws.